Enclosure and maintenance
Adults reach about 13–15 cm (5–6 in). Caribena versicolor is an arboreal species, so the enclosure should prioritise usable height, a vertical cork retreat, web anchors and safe access to the water dish.
With Caribena versicolor, routine care should not involve handling. Arrange the water dish, retreat and door so feeding and cleaning can be done without repeatedly disturbing the spider.
Growth, feeding and moulting
Growth is fast. Feed to the spider's size, appetite and abdomen rather than forcing a rigid weekly schedule; the routine will change as Caribena versicolor grows.
If Caribena versicolor refuses food and shows premoult signs, remove live prey, keep water available and leave it alone. There is no need to make a spider in normal premoult eat.
Lifespan and buying one
Antilles Pinktoe females live around 10–12 years; males live around 3–4 years. An unsexed youngster can therefore become either a relatively short or a much longer commitment.
If sex matters when buying Antilles Pinktoe, ask how it was confirmed. For enclosure planning, a measured leg span is more useful than hobby labels such as juvenile or sub-adult.